Murder by Plum Pudding

The Christmas setting feels so integral to the story, but I wonder if it was a conscious choice to amplify the cozy vibe or if it evolved naturally during writing.

The story took some time to pick up again, but the small-town interactions were charming. Was that intentional to build atmosphere?

The plum pudding scene was such a fun detail—I'm curious if that was inspired by real traditions or purely fictional creative choice.